Checked 22 October 2026
Stollery Charitable Foundation grants: how to approach it for 2027
At a glance
- Where: Edmonton and Kamloops. National or international organizations are considered only in limited cases, where the project directly benefits those communities.
- How it works: contact the foundation's executive director first. If the idea fits, you may be invited to send a letter of inquiry (LOI), and some LOIs are invited to submit a full proposal.
- After a decline: the charity must wait at least one calendar year before applying again.
- Spring 2027 timeline:
- Letters of inquiry due January 22, 2027, at 4:30 p.m.
- Invited full proposals due February 19, 2027, at 4:30 p.m.
- Board meeting April 10, 2027.
- Who can apply: registered charities and other qualified donees in good standing with the Canada Revenue Agency.
Grant sizes
From a few thousand dollars up to $100,000 or more. Grants to first-time applicants rarely exceed $30,000. Operating or project funding can be requested for up to three years.
What it funds
A wide range: operating support, capital campaigns, capacity building, pilot programs, renovations, equipment, one-time initiatives and special projects. It favours creative solutions to social issues and collaboration, especially for projects over $50,000. It expects a plan for how work will continue after the grant ends.
What it usually doesn't fund
- Travel, research and conferences
- Political or religious projects, programs or activities
- Individuals
- Arts, environment, parks and recreation, or animal welfare
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sending an unsolicited proposal. Start with a conversation.
- Asking for a large first grant. First-time grants rarely exceed $30,000.
- Applying for environment or arts work, which it usually doesn't fund.
Sources: Granting process, Funding guidelines. Checked 22 October 2026.
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